masterdom
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a word derived from
master.
masternouna person with the ability or power to use, control, or dispose of something.
Example Sentences
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Fight thou with shafts of silver, and o'ercome When no force else can get the masterdom.
From Time Magazine Archive
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He that's coming Must be provided for: and you shall put This night's great business into my despatch; Which shall to all our nights and days to come Give solely sovereign sway and masterdom.
From Macbeth by Shakespeare, William
You lords of creation lead your slaves sad lives when it pleases you to change your billing and cooing for matter-of-fact masterdom and rule.
From The Claverings by Trollope, Anthony
His heart grew lighter, his head clearer, and by the time the two ladies with their attendant appeared, he felt such a masterdom over Kelpie as he had never felt before.
From The Marquis of Lossie by MacDonald, George
But with Miss Todd there need be no secrecy, no drawback, no delay—no drawback but that of doubtful reception; and after reception, of doubtful masterdom.
From The Bertrams by Trollope, Anthony